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| Reference #: | 52301 |
| Location: | London, Ontario |
| Date Posted: | Sep 29, 2015 |
Job Description
Personal Support Worker
University Hospital; Victoria Hospital
University Hospital; Victoria Hospital
Job ID: 52301
Union: UNIFOR
Status: Regular Casual
Posting Period:
Open: September 28, 2015 .
Deadline: October 16, 2015
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Coordinator of the Patient Care area, the Personal Support Worker (PSW), is an unregulated caregiver who is assigned and supervised by a Regulated Healthcare Professional. Their scope of practice includes the provision of care focusing on the patients’ activities of daily living.
Rate of Pay: $20.71/hour to $21.62/hour
Qualifications:
- Proof of successful completion of a Canadian Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
- Proof of successful completion of a PSW certificate from a recognized Ontario PSW program
- Proof of current Registration with the Ontario PSW Registry
- Proof of Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers BLS-HCP(C)
- Recent, related experience working as a PSW
- Basic computer and keyboarding skills: Windows Environment, Netscape/Internet, and GroupWise
- Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate effectively in English
- Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position
- Excellent communication abilities and interpersonal skills to interact positively and effectively with patients, staff and the general public
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple and changing tasks that require attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team with a service oriented attitude
- Ability to problem solve and demonstrate initiative within appropriate scope of practice
- Knowledge of patient requirements with respect to prescribed diets/menus
- Demonstrated knowledge of protocol to escalate concerns
- Must be self directed and show initiative
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the principles of patient and family centred care
- Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
- Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis
We foster a culture of patient and staff safety whereby all employees are guided by LHSC's Mission, Vision, Values and Code of Conduct.
London Health Sciences Centre is committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC encourages applications from persons with disabilities and we are committed to providing accommodations upon request.
Please be advised that a reference check will be conducted as part of the assessment process.
Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector police check (original document) completed in the last 4 months.
